Jazz pianist David Braid exploded onto the Toronto jazz scene following his graduation from the University of Toronto Jazz Program (2000). Releasing his debut self-titled CD in 2001, David went on to win the 2005 JUNO award for his second CD release Vivid. His group has toured Canada extensively to wide acclaim. David’s accomplishments have also been widely recognized by The National Jazz Awards in Canada and the Concours Internationaux piano competition in Paris, France. He is currently a member of the Faculty of Music at University of Toronto.